Opening a FEED File

The FEED file type is primarily associated with Joomla.

FEEDFile Extension FEED
File extension: FEED
File type:  XML document

What is a FEED file?

FEED files mostly belong to Joomla. FEED files are XML documents that store RSS feed data for web syndication.
This file type is used to deliver updated content from websites. It is created and managed by content management systems, such as Joomla!.
Some features include:
  • XML-based structure that organizes content.
  • Tags that mark titles, summaries, and links.
  • Mechanisms for automatic update distribution.
  • FilExt.com note: You can open these files with a text editor or an RSS reader. They are designed to be parsed by web browsers or feed aggregators so that subscribers receive updates automatically.

    How to open a FEED file

    You need a suitable software like Joomla to open a FEED file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your FEED file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a FEED file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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    Programs that open and convert FEED files:

    1. Joomla
      See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. FEED files are often referred to as Joomla web (source)s because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
    2. RSA NetWitness (feed file) by RSA
      FEED is the extension associated with feed files in RSA NetWitness, which is a network monitoring and security software. FEED files store a list of indicators that describe potential threats to an organisation's security. There are three types of FEED files in RSA NetWitness, which are known as Identity, STIX, and custom feeds. Feeds are used by other security software as well. They can be created by the user and are also distributed by security intelligence companies.

    Technical Data for FEED File Extension

    File classification:
    Web (source)
    Related files:

    The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

    ProgramID: feedfile
    EXEFile: iexplore.exe -nohome

    ProgramID: feedfile
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe -nohome

    ProgramID: MediaCenter.11.Subscribe
    EXEFile: %SystemRoot%\system32\MC11.exe /Subscribe

    ProgramID: EsmasPlayer.1.Subscribe
    EXEFile: %SystemRoot%\system32\EMPLnchr.exe /Subscribe


    a feed XML document is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

    How to solve problems with FEED files

    • Associate the FEED file extension with the correct application.
    • Update your software that should actually open xml documents. Because only the current version supports the latest FEED file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Joomla update.
    • To make sure that your FEED file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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